Political Science
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19 books in this category
Seeing Like a State
James C. Scott
Analyzes how governments attempt to organize societies, often with unintended consequences, and critiques large-scale state planning.
Why Nations Fail
Daron Acemoglu
Examines why some nations prosper while others fail, focusing on the role of institutions and political systems.
The Origins of Political Order
Francis Fukuyama
Analyzes the development of political institutions from pre-human societies to the French Revolution.
Political Order and Political Decay
Francis Fukuyama
Continues the study of political institutions, examining modern state-building and challenges facing democracies.
A Conflict of Visions
Thomas Sowell
Analyzes different ideological perspectives on society and politics, exploring how these “visions” influence policy and thought.
The Vision of the Anointed
Thomas Sowell
Critiques the progressive intellectual elite, exploring how certain policies can lead to unintended consequences.
The Myth of the Rational Voter
Bryan Caplan
Argues that voters often make irrational decisions, challenging assumptions about democracy.
The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order
Samuel P. Huntington
A theory on global conflicts driven by cultural and civilizational divides, predicting future tensions.
The Causes of War
Geoffrey Blainey
Analyzes historical conflicts to identify recurring causes of war and factors leading to peace.
Thinking in Time
Richard E. Neustadt
A guide to using historical thinking in decision-making, focusing on the value of hindsight.
The Science of Liberty
Timothy Ferris
Connects scientific thought with political freedom, arguing that scientific advancements promote democracy and progress.
Faces of the Enemy
Sam Keen
Examines how societies dehumanize enemies, exploring the psychology behind warfare and conflict.
Nothing to Envy
Barbara Demick
Chronicles life in North Korea through the stories of six citizens, revealing the challenges and resilience within a closed society.
The End of History and the Last Man
Francis Fukuyama
Argument on the spread of democracy and the "end" of ideological evolution.
A Theory of Justice
John Rawls
Seminal work on political philosophy and theories of social justice.
Social Origins of Dictatorship and Democracy
Barrington Moore
Analysis of factors contributing to political systems across societies.
The Machiavellian Moment
J.G.A. Pocock
Exploration of republicanism and political thought from Machiavelli to modern times.
Imagined Communities
Benedict Anderson
Analysis of nationalism and the formation of collective identity.
Intellectuals and Society
Thomas Sowell
Critique of the role and influence of intellectuals in modern society.